Degrees & Certificates
Mt. San Antonio College offers numerous options to enter the creative world of Theater. Students can choose between an associate degree of Transfer or a professional certificate to prepare to work in the fast paced environment of the industry. Earning a Certificate takes less time than an Associate Degree, and provides a stepping stone for students to quickly gain skills and knowledge for advancement.
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Theater Arts Transfer DegreeTheater Arts Transfer Degree
Technical Theater CertificateTechnical Theater Certificate
Non-Credit Professional Certificates
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- ETCP Certified Rigger - Theater & Test Preparation (Requires 21 years +)
ETCP Certified Rigger - Theater & Test Preparation (Requires 21 years +)
All experienced riggers 21 years of age and above are invited to take ETCP's rigging certification exams. The intent of the rigging examinations is to evaluate and validate the knowledge and skill base of the upper third of riggers working in the entertainment industry. These positions typically involve the health and safety of technicians, performers and audiences, and require compliance with OSHA and other laws. Those who pass this rigorous test will become ETCP Certified Riggers and will be recognized by other professionals as the industry's best.
- Theater Certificate - Coming Soon!
Theater Certification
Encompasses rigging that employs the use of counterweighted systems, mechanical systems and hydraulic systems, usually, but not always, permanently installed in facilities for the use of theater technicians in the execution of their rigging responsibilities.
- ETCP Certified Entertainment Electrician
ETCP Certified Entertainment Electrician
All experienced electricians are invited to take ETCP's entertainment electrician certification exam. The intent of the electrical examination is to evaluate and validate the competency of the upper third of electricians working in the entertainment industry. These positions typically involve liability issues, the health and safety of workers and audiences, and compliance with the electrical and other laws of the local area, including laws requiring performance by Qualified Personnel. Those who pass this rigorous test will become ETCP Certified Entertainment Electricians and will be recognized as the industry's best.
